THERM-A-GAP™ Gels
Dispensable, Very Low Compression Force, Thermal Gap Fillers
THERM-A-GAP™ Gels are highly conformable, pre-cured,
single-component compounds. The cross-linked gel
structure provides superior long term thermal stability
and reliable performance.
FEATURES / BENEFITS
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Automotive electronic control
units (ECUs)
- Engine control
- Transmission control
- Braking/traction control
Power conversion equipment
Power supplies and uninterruptible
power supplies
Power semiconductors
MOSFET arrays with common
heat sinks
Televisions and consumer
electronics
PERFORMANCE GUIDE
8.0
Gel 75
7.0
6.0
5.0
Thermal Conductivity (W/m-K)
TYPICAL APPLICATIONS
TC 50
Gel 45
4.0
Gel 30
Gel 37
Gel 8010
3.0
2.0
T636
Gel 25NS
T635
1.0
Consult Applications Engineering for automated
dispensing equipment recommendations.
Dispensable
Fully cured
Highly conformable at low
pressures
No refrigeration, mixing or filler
settling issues in storage
Single dispensable TIM can
eliminate multiple pad part
sizes/numbers
Reworkable
T630
10
20
30
40
50
60
Flow Rate (grams/min)
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THERM-A-GAP™ Thermally Conductive Gels
Physical
Typical Properties†
T630
T635
T636
Test Method
Color
White
White
Yellow
Visual
Binder
Silicone
Silicone
Silicone
--
10*
8
8
Chomerics
Flow Rate, grams/min - 30 cc taper tip,
0.130" orifice*, 90 psi (621 kPa)
2.0
1.5
1.2
ASTM D792
0.004 (0.10)
0.015 (0.38)
0.015 (0.38)
--
0.7
1.7
2.4
ASTM D5470
Specific Gravity
Typical Minimum Bondline Thickness, in (mm)
Electrical
Thermal
Thermal Conductivity, W/m-K
Heat Capacity, J/g-K
1.1
0.9
0.9
ASTM E1269
Coefficient of Thermal Expansion, ppm/K
350
400
400
ASTM E831
Operating Temperature Range, °F (°C)
-67 to 392
(-55 to 200)
-67 to 392
(-55 to 200)
-67 to 392
(-55 to 200)
--
Dielectric Strength, Vac/mil (kVac/mm)
200 (8)
200 (8)
200 (8)
ASTM D149
1014
1014
1014
ASTM D257
Regulatory
Volume Resistivity, ohm-cm
Dielectric Constant @ 1,000 kHz
5.5
4.0
4.0
ASTM D150
Dissipation Factor @ 1,000 kHz
0.010
0.003
0.003
Chomerics
Flammability Rating
(See UL File E140244 for details)
V-0
Not Tested
V-0
UL 94
RoHS Compliant
Yes
Yes
Yes
Chomerics
Certification
0.55 (0.14)
Not Tested
0.49 (0.18)
ASTM E595
18
18
18
Chomerics
50 to 90
(10 to 32)
50 to 90
(10 to 32)
50 to 90
(10 to 32)
Chomerics
Outgassing, % TML (% CVCM)
Shelf Life, months from date of manufacture
Storage Conditions, °F (°C) @ 50% Relative Humidity
†
Typical properties: these are not to be construed as specifications.
* THERM-A-GAP T630 flow rate is measured in a 0.100" orifice.
COMPRESSION DEFLECTION
7
T630
Force (psi)
6
5
Gel 75
4
3
Gel 37
2
1
0
0
10
20
30
40
50
60
70
80
Strain (%)
Test method:
• ASTM C165 Modified
• Dispensed material and brought 0.50” diameter probe down to 0.100” height
• Strain rate 0.025 in/min
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THERM-A-GAP™ Thermally Conductive Gels
Physical
Typical Properties†
GEL 25NS
GEL 8010
GEL 30
GEL 37
Test Method
Color
Yellow
White
Pink
Blue
Visual
Binder
Urethane
Silicone
Silicone
Silicone
--
Flow Rate, grams/min - 30 cc syringe with no
tip attachment, 0.100” orifice, 90 psi (621 kPa)
15
60
20
30
Chomerics
Specific Gravity
2.6
2.7
3.1
3.1
ASTM D792
0.004 (0.11)
0.002 (0.05)
0.004 (0.10)
0.004 (0.10)
Chomerics
2.5
3.0
3.5
3.7
ASTM D5470
Typical Minimum Bondline Thickness, in (mm)
Thermal
Thermal Conductivity, W/m-K
Heat Capacity, J/g-K
Coefficient of Thermal Expansion, ppm/K
Regulatory
Electrical
Operating Temperature Range, °F (°C)
Dielectric Strength, Vac/mil (kVac/mm)
Volume Resistivity, ohm-cm
1
1
1
ASTM E1269
150
150
150
ASTM E831
-58 to 257
(-50 to 125)
-67 to 392
(-55 to 200)
-67 to 392
(-55 to 200)
-67 to 392
(-55 to 200)
Chomerics
200 (8)
200 (8)
200 (8)
180 (7.0)
ASTM D149
1014
1014
1014
1014
ASTM D257
Dielectric Constant @ 1000 kHz
6.7
6.3
7.0
5.9
ASTM D150
Dissipation Factor @ 1000 kHz
0.018
0.002
0.002
0.012
Chomerics
Flammability Rating
V-0
V-0
V-0
V-0
UL 94
RoHS Compliant
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Chomerics
Certification
0.23 (0.04)
1.33 (0.34)
0.15 (0.05)
0.18 (0.07)
ASTM E595
12
18
18
18
Chomerics
50 to 90
(10 to 32)
50 to 90
(10 to 32)
50 to 90
(10 to 32)
50 to 90
(10 to 32)
Chomerics
Outgassing, % TML (% CVCM)
Shelf Life, months from date of manufacture
Storage Conditions, °F (°C) @ 50%
Relative Humidity
†
0.96
< 300
Typical properties: these are not to be construed as specifications.
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THERM-A-GAP™ Thermally Conductive Gels
Physical
Typical Properties†
GEL 45
TC50
GEL 75
Test Method
Color
Black
Gray
White
Visual
Binder
Silicone
Silicone
Silicone
--
Flow Rate, grams/min - 30 cc syringe with no
tip attachment, 0.100” orifice, 90 psi (621 kPa)
55
10
30
Chomerics
Specific Gravity
3.1
3.25
3.4
ASTM D792
0.0035 (0.0889)
0.006 (0.15)
0.008 (0.20)
Chomerics
4.5
5.0
7.5
ASTM D5470
Typical Minimum Bondline Thickness, in (mm)
Thermal
Thermal Conductivity, W/m-K
Heat Capacity, J/g-K
Coefficient of Thermal Expansion, ppm/K
Regulatory
Electrical
Operating Temperature Range, °F (°C)
Dielectric Strength, Vac/mil (kVac/mm)
Volume Resistivity, ohm-cm
1
1
ASTM E1269
150
150
ASTM E831
-67 to 392
(-55 to 200)
-67 to 392
(-55 to 200)
-67 to 392
(-55 to 200)
Chomerics
200 (8)
200 (8)
220 (8.7)
ASTM D149
1014
1014
1014
ASTM D257
Dielectric Constant @ 1000 kHz
7.0
6.8
7.2
ASTM D150
Dissipation Factor @ 1000 kHz
0.002
0.022
0.023
Chomerics
Flammability Rating
V-0
V-0
V-0
UL 94
RoHS Compliant
Yes
Yes
Yes
Chomerics
Certification
0.15 (0.05)
0.07 (0.01)
0.18 (0.05)
ASTM E595
18
18
9
Chomerics
50 to 90
(10 to 32)
50 to 90
(10 to 32)
50 to 90
(10 to 32)
Chomerics
Outgassing, % TML (% CVCM)
Shelf Life, months from date of manufacture
Storage Conditions, °F (°C) @ 50%
Relative Humidity
†
1
150
Typical properties: these are not to be construed as specifications.
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Ordering Information
THERM-A-GAP™ Thermally Conductive Gels
These materials are available in the following formats.
PA R T N U M B E R :
65
XX
ZZZZ
YYYYY
Cartridge Type
00
Material Type
T630
T635
T636
GEL25NS
GEL8010
GEL30
GEL37
GEL45
TC50
GEL75
01 = Semco Cartridge
02 = Nordson EFD
Vessel Size
0010 = 10 cc Luer-Lok™ Syringe
0300 = 300 cc Aluminum Cartridge (Caulking Style)
0180 = 180 cc
0240 = 240 cc
0600 = 600 cc
0960 = 960 cc
0030 = 30 cc
0180 = 180 cc
1P = 1 U.S. Gallon
2500 = 1 U.S. Gal. Pail
5P = 5 U.S. Gallon
XXXX = 5 U.S. Gal. Pail (XXXX = Fill Volume.
dependent on material, ~25 kg)
Ordering Information: Custom Configurations
Larger custom cartridges and pails available. Please contact Parker Chomerics
for a pre-assigned part number for custom part sizes.
Dispensing Equipment Options
Optional Supplier
Description
Hand-Gun Pneumatic Dispensing 300 cc cartridges
Bergdahl Associates
SEMCO® Model 550
Hand-Gun Pneumatic Dispensing 180 cc (6 oz) cartridges
Bergdahl Associates
Model 250A-6 oz Sealant Gun
www.bergdahl.com
Ultra 2400 Series
Pneumatic Shot Size Controllers
30 cc, 180 cc and 300 cc shot size dispensing equipment
EFD
Ultra 1400 Series
Ultra 870 Series
30 cc/55 cc Adapter Assembly
Dispensing Sleeve to support 6 oz (180 cc) SEMCO tubes
®
EFD
10000D5152
EFD
5192-6
www.efd-inc.com
SEMCO is a registered trademark of PPG Aerospace
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